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Expert guidance for expunging arrests, sealing convictions, and understanding Pennsylvania's expungement laws.

In Pennsylvania, the process is called expungement. As a Clean Slate state, some records may be automatically cleared.

The criminal justice system creates millions of records every year. Arrests that never led to charges. Cases that were dismissed. Old convictions that happened decades ago.

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Key Information for Pennsylvania

Waiting Periods

Summary offenses10 years
Misdemeanors10 years
Felonies (F2, F3)10 years
Non-convictionsNone

Legal Authority

18 Pa.C.S. § 9122

Expungement (Traditional Petition-Based)

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18 Pa.C.S. § 9122.1

Expungement of Records of Conviction for Certain Offenses

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18 Pa.C.S. § 9122.2

Clean Slate Limited Access (Automatic Sealing)

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Act 56 of 2018 (Clean Slate Act)

Pennsylvania Clean Slate Act

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Disclaimer: This guide provides general information about Pennsylvania expungement law and is not legal advice. Laws change, and every case is different. For advice about your specific situation, please consult with a qualified attorney or legal aid organization.